Bagnolo in Piano

Bagnolo in Piano is located to the north of Reggio Emilia, of which it now forms a natural urban extension.
Located in the Reggio Emilia plain, amidst cultivated fields and historic roads linking it to the River Po and Mantua, it is a lively town that combines agricultural tradition, industrial development and urban regeneration.

Bagnolo in Piano is situated 9 km north of Reggio Emilia, along the valley of the Crostolo torrent.

The village retains an authentic spirit, characterized by lively squares, community theatres and architecture that tells the story of agricultural work and the transformation of the area.
It is an ideal stop for those wishing to discover the most authentic Emilian plain, far from the main tourist routes but rich in character.

Spring and autumn are ideal for walking around and exploring the historic centre, while summer and the September Festival bring the town to life with music, shows and entertainment for everyone.

What to see

Torrazzo
the remains of a fortification commissioned by the Gonzaga family to control and defend the routes linking Reggio Emilia and Mantua.
the Gonzaga Theatre
an elegant building in the late Art Nouveau style, the heart of local cultural life.
the Parish Church of San Francesco da Paola
(18th century), dedicated to the town’s patron saint.
the Church of Pieve Rossa
in the hamlet of Fossetta, dedicated to the Immaculate Conception and dating back to the 12th century, a fine example of Romanesque architecture.
the rural complex of Cà Rossa
(17th century) a significant example of agricultural architecture in the Reggio Emilia plain.

Main events

Local history

The first settlements in Bagnolo in Piano date back to the 2nd century BC, when the population began to occupy land gradually reclaimed from a vast marshy area known as Bondeno, which stretched north of Reggio Emilia up to the Po River.
Between the 11th and 14th centuries, the territory remained under the jurisdiction of the Benedictine monks of the Monastery of San Prospero. With the destruction of the monastery in 1335, Bagnolo came under the control of the Gonzaga family, before being governed by the Este family of Modena until the end of the 18th century.
The events linked to the French Revolution marked a complex period: the municipal territory was divided into two entities, Bagnolo and San Tommaso, which were then incorporated into Reggio Emilia in 1814.
Today, Bagnolo in Piano presents itself as a revitalized community, committed to restoring its historical character and open to modern, sustainable urban development.

Identity and traditions

Contacts

42011 Bagnolo in Piano

Tel. +39 0522 957411 - Town Hall

Bagnolo in Piano Municipality